Berean Strong's Lexicon enneuó: To nod, to signal, to make a sign Original Word: ἐννεύω Word Origin: From the Greek preposition "ἐν" (en, meaning "in" or "at") and the verb "νεύω" (neuó, meaning "to nod" or "to signal"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "enneuó," the concept of non-verbal signaling can be seen in Hebrew words like "רָמַז" (ramaz, Strong's Hebrew 7321), which means to hint or signal. Usage: The verb "enneuó" is used to describe the act of making a non-verbal signal, often through a nod or gesture. It implies communication without words, typically to convey a message or instruction discreetly. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, non-verbal communication was a common and important aspect of interaction. Gestures and signals were often used in situations where verbal communication was impractical or undesirable, such as in crowded settings or when discretion was needed. This practice is reflected in various Greek writings and is evident in the New Testament context as well. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom en and neuó Definition to nod at, i.e. beckon or communicate by gesture NASB Translation made signs (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1770: ἐννεύωἐννεύω: imperfect ἐνένευον; to nod to, signify or express by a nod or sign: τίνι τί, Luke 1:62. (Aristophanes in Babyloniis fragment 58 (i. e. 22 edition Brunck, 16, p. 455 Didot); Lucian, dial. meretr. 12, 1; with ὀφθαλμῷ added, Proverbs 6:13; Proverbs 10:10.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance make signs. From en and neuo; to nod at, i.e. Beckon or communicate by gesture -- make signs. see GREEK en see GREEK neuo Forms and Transliterations ενενευον ενένευον ἐνένευον εννεύει εννεύων εννοήθητι εννοηθώσι eneneuon enéneuonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |